Sub-Head Tool Crib/Store Operator

Job Title Sub-Head Tool Crib/Store Operator

Job Category CUPE 116

Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried

• Sub-Head Tool Crib/Store Oper

Job Family Group Staff

• Union

Department Stores | Municipal Services | Facilities

Compensation Range $6,000.00 - $6,441.00 CAD Monthly

Job End Date Ongoing

Posting End Date October 26, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Positions in this classification organize and direct assigned staff engaged in operating a central tool crib and the receiving, storing, distribution and inventory control of tools, equipment, furniture, supplies and related material.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Head Tool Crib/Store Operator.

Work Performed

Supervises, organizes and allocates the work of assigned staff engaged in operating a central tool crib and the receiving, storing, distribution and inventory control of tools, equipment, furniture supplies and related material. Supervises and participates in training workers as necessary.

Deals with day-to-day problems by initiating appropriate action to correct the situation.

Participates in or performs the work of Tool Crib/Store Operators.

Oversees the inventory counting of all tool crib/store items.

Evaluates stock levels and appropriate purchase costs as outlined in established procedures and policies and by manual and electronic documentation. Maintains optimum stock levels by exercising judgement when ordering and following-up on orders.

Prepares cost estimates for jobs and orders required materials.

Checks to ensure that work is completed in accordance with requirements and specifications.

Monitors and supervises vehicle staff to follow the fuel management regulations and guidelines.

Maintains work function related records, such as, timekeeping, costing, tools, equipment and work assignments.

Ensures that employees under his/her jurisdiction work in a correct and safe manner and in accordance with all normal safety standards and practices and university and departmental policies and procedures.

Ensures that tools, equipment, furniture, supplies and other related materials are maintained in good safe working conditions.

Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.

Assumes the responsibilities of the Head when scheduling requires it.

Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Makes decisions regarding the organization and allocation of work and acceptability of work performed for assigned area and/or staff; inappropriate decisions may result in service delays and costs.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision and from oral and written instructions, work orders, drawings and specifications.

Supervision Given

Organizes, allocates and supervises the work of assigned staff.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation and a minimum five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of tools and equipment of various trades is required. A valid class 5 BC Drivers’ License.

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyperson Trade Certification.